As Week 11 of the NFL season approaches, fantasy football participants are assessing their lineups and making critical decisions that could impact their playoff chances. Players to watch, positional matchups and tactical breakdowns are sprinting into focus as fans and observers ready themselves for Week 1. Bijan Robinson continues to dazzle after dazzling last week. At the same time, other fantasy-relevant players are facing brutal matchups that cap their overall upside in the week’s slate of games.
Key Matchups and Player Performance
The potential matchup between Brissett and the Niners is being looked at as an opportunity to shine. 49ers Defense The 49ers have given up the fourth-highest EPA against the pass this year. This opens up a big opportunity for Brissett to exploit their secondary’s weaknesses. Our analysts think he has the potential to be a difference-making fantasy scorer this week, especially considering how well he’s played of late.
Aaron Rodgers has been a “streamer of the week” in Week 11. His ability to perform against various defenses makes him a noteworthy option for fantasy managers looking to maximize their quarterback position.
Bijan Robinson isn’t the only rookie running back making headlines this week. The New England Patriots have surrendered the most receptions to running backs, allowing players like Robinson and De’Von Achane to score 17-plus fantasy points in previous encounters. Add all this up, and the running backs who will be playing New England this week could have massive upside.
Receiver Insights and Game Strategy
Tetairoa McMillan continues to be a big play receiver. He currently sits seventh in terms of targets and is knocking on the door of the top twelve in catches and yards. Over those last three weeks, he’s soaked up a gaudy 38% target share. This outstanding percentage places him only behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba for the highest rate in the entire NFL. While volume does not guarantee success, his consistent target volume shows that he’s still a reliable option moving forward.
McMillan and the other wideouts will be looking for more opportunistic matchups in this contest. They’ll face a Chicago defense that’s still without its top two corners, Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon. All this leads to natural increases in forecasts for Minnesota pass-catchers who should be able to feast on these openings.
Analysts are recommending that fantasy players stay away from Tennessee’s passing game this week, and for good reason. It hasn’t worked at all this season. As managers look beyond the obvious when constructing their rosters, these are the alternatives they’ll have to weigh.
Lineup Locks and Recommendations
As fantasy managers get ready to set their lineups for Week 11, a handful of players are looking like lineup locks. Texans’ rookie Bijan Robinson and Tetairoa McMillan will be stars this week! Look for breakout seasons from Rico Dowdle, Drake London, Deebo Samuel, Jaylen Waddle, Rachaad White and Emeka Egbuka too.
Cade Otton warrants this honorable mention for his stellar performance in the previous game. He ended up with a career-high 12 targets, leading to nine of those catches and 17.2 fantasy points. Based on the performance we’ve seen, he has the potential to be a huge asset going forward.
Now matched up against a Washington secondary that has been dismantled by injuries, Miami’s receiving corps is set up to have a big week. Consider the Cincinnati passing game, which takes center stage this week. They’re facing a Pittsburgh defense that’s allowed the most fantasy points to WRs so far this season.
“We’re upgrading the aforementioned Minnesota receivers against a Chicago defense that is still without top corners Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon.” – Shadow Report
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